| Geisha Secrets for Radiant Skin |
| Posted by Phuong on Jan 15th, 2012 |
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In a world where beauty is paramount, antioxidants are a geisha's source for beautiful skin. Every part of her beauty routine must be in complete harmony with her whole self. Most geisha str... |
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| Serenity Now! 10 Ways to Relieve Stress |
| Posted by Phuong on Nov 6th, 2011 |
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Everyday stress is considered normal for most people. However, up to 90 percent of the doctor visits in the United States may be caused by a stress-related illness. Studies have shown that colds, ulcers, colitis, heart problems, even obesity and cancer can be caused by stress.
Do you:
Suffer from lack of energy?
Have problems sleeping or can't get to sleep?
Experience increased irritability?
Have problems with your family and at wor... |
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| Get Rid of Stress With This One Drink |
| Posted by Phuong on Nov 1st, 2011 |
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Are you feeling anxious at work? Having bad luck with your love life? Are your kids driving you crazy? Well, you’ve got stress my friend. You’re probably starting to lose your hair, gaining weight, or breaking out like you’re 16 again. Stress is the ultimate beauty buster. When you feel tense, you’re inviting toxins to wreak havoc on your body. Your breathing gets quick and shallow, which keeps those toxins inside, instead of releasing th... |
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| 3 Day Detox With Healthy Food: Day 1 |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 12th, 2011 |
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I love to eat so it is very important to cleanse my body a few times a year to remove the toxins. Plus I really like the way it makes me feel - light, happy, and clean! I've done the 10 day master cleanse and a juice and tea cleanse, but my favorite is a cleanse that includes healthy food. If you want to do the intense 10 day cleanse, where you stop eating for 10+ days, I recommend doing this first, then the juice and tea cleanse, then build up t... |
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| 3 Day Detox With Healthy Food: Day 2 |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 12th, 2011 |
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Why detox? You give your car a tune-up every six months and an oil change every 3,000 miles. Why not do that for your body - your temple of beauty - by detoxing?
When you detox, you're healing and rejuvenating your body; you're turning back the hands of time on aging. Detoxifying our bodies helps to eliminate toxic waste accumulations, mucus, parasites and worms (that steal what little nutrition we get or have in our bodies), excess fat, f... |
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| 3 Day Detox With Healthy Food: Day 3 |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 11th, 2011 |
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Yay! Today is the last day of my 3 day cleanse. I feel so much lighter and healthier and I can even see my stomach getting flatter. Today I made sure I drank a lot of Koni Herbal Teas, such as Kapha, Holy Detox, and Throat Revival.
It hasn't been so bad with this 3 day cleanse because I'm still eating healthy food and working out. Most people eat way too much which is really hard on the liver and kidneys. This healthy 3 day detox still allows ... |
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| Replenish Protein Smoothie |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 4th, 2011 |
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To rev-up on energy, maintain muscle strength and repair body cells, it is very important to refill your gas tank immediately after exercise. When you sweat, you lose water, and potassium and magnesium electrolyte ions which help cells retain fluid. That's why I always hydrate with Koni Replenish Rooibos Tea during my workout. This delicious lemon strawberry caffeine free tea is packed with vitamins and minerals, such as zinc, copper, calcium, ma... |
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| Benefits of Koni Oolong Tea |
| Posted by Phuong on Aug 15th, 2011 |
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Known for its weight loss benefits, premium oolong tea has gained so much popularity in the past few years. On top of the ability to break down fat, there are so many reasons to consider this tea as something you drink on a regular basis. Here are some proven oolong tea health benefits you can expect when you drink Koni Oolong Teas regularly.
Anti-aging and Cancer Risk: Premium oolong tea can keep your skin looking radiant and slow down aging ... |
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| Benefits of Koni Herbal Teas and Tisanes |
| Posted by Phuong on Aug 15th, 2011 |
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Almost any herb can be used to create a delicious tea. The main benefit of herbal teas is it is caffeine free so it can be enjoyed all day. Coming from an Asian heritage, herbal teas have been used in my family for so many medicinal qualities. Here are a few common uses for some of my favorite herbal teas:
Chamomile: Famous for its relaxing qualities, chamomile has been touted for being the natural sleep aid. Have a cup of Koni Sleepy Time Tea... |
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| Benefits of Koni Puerh Tea |
| Posted by Phuong on Aug 9th, 2011 |
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Many published studies have been done showing the enormous health benefits of this wonderful tea. Known as the Medicinal Tea and the Wonder Tonic, loose leaf pu-erh tea has been hugely popular for its positive effects on lowering cholesterol, burning fat, and aid in digestion. By helping digestion (particularly of fatty foods), Pu-erh is the perfect tea after a heavy meal. Since it is made from the same leaf as all true tea (green, black, white, ... |
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| Antioxidants on Ice! |
| Posted by Phuong on Jul 30th, 2011 |
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Iced tea is a delicious way to quench your thirst and get your daily dose of antioxidants! Not only is it inexpensive to make, but with all the different flavored teas available the combinations are endless! When using loose leaf Koni Tea, you can blend different teas together and drink it hot or cold. I love it iced on a hot summer day with fresh fruit and honey. Here are some of my favorite teas on ice!
Click here to learn how to easily make... |
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| Energizing Green Tea Smoothie |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 26th, 2011 |
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You're going to love this antioxidant packed fruit and vegetable smoothie, even if you're not a vegetable lover! The strawberries and pineapple juice are so sweet and flavorful that you won't even taste the greens. The infusion of Koni Endurance green tea helps to build your immune system with its antioxidants, lowers cholesterol and blood pressure, reduces the risk of getting cancer, and helps to burn fat. In addition, the nutrients and vita... |
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| Lower Your Cholesterol with Koni Puerh Tea |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 15th, 2011 |
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Lower Your Cholesterol and Blood Pressure with Koni Caramel Slender, Caramel Slim, and Kick the Coffee Pu-erh Teas!
Koni Kick the Coffee, a Pu-erh tea, is widely used as an after-meal beverage due to its famed ability to break fat, lower bad cholesterol and blood pressure levels, and thus contribute to smooth digestion. The Chinese believe that Pu-erh has even greater health properties than other teas. From a Chinese Medical point of view, Pu... |
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| Stay Young and Stay Slim Smoothie! |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 5th, 2011 |
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It's never too soon to prevent oxidative stress and fight as many free radicals as you can. This anti-aging smoothie is loaded with long-term-health boosters. Tropical fruit and Simply Slim tea are potent sources of antioxidants, slimming power, and flaxseed is full of inflammation-fighting omega-3s. It also contains yogurt, a source of bone-strengthening calcium and immune-supporting probiotics. This not only tastes great, but the vitamins, pr... |
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| Why You're Not Losing Those Last 5 lbs |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 3rd, 2011 |
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Fad diets or diet pills sound tempting but they do not lead to real weight loss. At best, they lead to rapid water loss (not fat). At worst, they lead to increased weight gain, a slow metabolism, depression and obesity. Diet products use aspartame so that they can claim that these are good to help you lose weight. The exact opposite is true. When you are eating or drinking diet products using aspartame you are almost assured to gain weight. T... |
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| Ask TC: Burn Extra Calories Without The Extra Work |
| Posted by Phuong on May 10th, 2011 |
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Amy: I don't feel like I'm losing weight after my workout.
TC: What do you hydrate with after your workout?
Amy: Usually a sports drink.
TC: Well, that is the problem. A 16 oz sports drink has roughly 100 calories. It takes an average person at least 30 minutes on the treadmill to burn that off.
Amy: Wow. What do you recommend instead?
TC: Koni Slim it Sencha has 0 calories and studies show that a cup of tea can burn 17% more fat... |
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| TC's Pre and Post Party Liver Cleansing Tonic |
| Posted by Phuong on May 8th, 2011 |
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Before or after a night of over-indulgence, help support your liver against those "morning after" feelings with this delicious tonic. Koni Holy Detox contains tulsi basil which acts as an adaptogen. An adaptogen is proposed to increase the body's resistance to stress, trauma, anxiety and fatigue. This herb is known to help the body detox and destress. The main liver cleansing ingredient in Koni Hangover Tonic is licorice root. Licorice root aids ... |
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| Antioxidant Junkie Berry Smoothie |
| Posted by Phuong on May 7th, 2011 |
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Yummy Koni Antioxidant Junkie Green Tea tropical fruit smoothie to start my day!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup frozen berries
1/2 cup mixed tropical fruit (mango, strawberries, papaya, pineapple)
2 cups Koni Antioxidant Junkie Green Tea chilled
2 cups almond milk
1 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoons ground flaxseed
1/2 teaspoon finely grated peeled ginger
Directions:
1. In a blender, combine and blend until smooth, 20 - 30 se... |
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| 3 Day Detox: Day 3 |
| Posted by Phuong on Jan 3rd, 2011 |
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This is a gentle detox. You will want to pick up an Koni Detox set to begin this cleanse. If you can, reduce your intake of sugar and artificial sweeteners, white flour, dairy, alcohol, salt and caffeine while increasing your intake of fruits and veggies a week before this cleanse. If you want to do a more intensive detox, please check out my 10 day cleanse without food.
Upon waking: 1-2 cups of Koni Throat Revival with a squeeze of lemon and ... |
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| 3 Day Detox: Day 2 |
| Posted by Phuong on Dec 31st, 2010 |
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Day 2: This is a gentle detox. You will want to pick up an KONI Detox set to begin this cleanse. If you can, reduce your intake of sugar and artificial sweeteners, white flour, dairy, alcohol, salt and caffeine while increasing your intake of fruits and veggies a week before this cleanse. If you want to do a more intensive detox, please check out my 10 day cleanse without food.
Upon waking: 1-2 cups of Koni Holy Detox with a squeeze of lemon. ... |
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| 3 Day Detox: Day 1 |
| Posted by Phuong on Dec 29th, 2010 |
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This is a gentle detox. You will want to pick up an Koni Detox Set to begin this cleanse. If you can, reduce your intake of sugar and artificial sweeteners, white flour, dairy, alcohol, salt and caffeine while increasing your intake of fruits and veggies a week before this cleanse. If you want to do a more intensive detox, please check out my 10 day cleanse without food.
Upon waking: 1-2 cups of Koni Holy Detox with a squeeze of lemon. Holy de... |
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| Ask TC: Have a Headache? Try Tea! |
| Posted by Phuong on Apr 27th, 2010 |
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Alisa: Hi TC!
I heard of your Koni teas and was wondering if you have a tea made to help heal migraines or headaches? I can handle a little caffeine per day.
Thanks so much!
TC: Hi Alisa!
Caffeine can cause a "rebound" effect - you take it to get rid of the headache, which goes away but then comes back worse than ever. If possible, try to eliminate all sources of caffeine from your diet. Although you may experience withdrawal sympto... |
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| Are You Dangerously Over Caffeinated? |
| Posted by Phuong on Jan 15th, 2010 |
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Are you relying on energy drinks, soda, and coffee just to get you through the day?
Is a single cup of coffee no longer enough? Caffeine can be beneficial in small steady amounts. Caffeine can improve memory, decrease fatigue, improve your mental functioning. However, we live in an over-caffeinated nation and people are setting themselves for health problem. Coffee's high caffeine content--typically twice as much as black tea and seve... |
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| Koni 3 Day Juice and Tea Detox Journal |
| Posted by Phuong on Nov 22nd, 2009 |
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Morning Ritual - For total body confidence, a detox program combining body brushing, exfoliation, detox body boosters and cleansing bathing rituals helps smooth away dead skin cells and stimulates the body to eliminate toxins. I used the Koni Serenity Now sea salt body exfoliator and incorporated a hot and cold shower into my morning ritual. Take a normal shower then crank the heat to as hot as you can take it for a few seconds, then as cold ... |
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| Koni Jasmine Vanilla Body Scrub |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 25th, 2009 |
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This gently exfoliating Jasmine-Vanilla scrub revitalizes your entire body. Rich in natural green tea antioxidants plus delicious brown sugar and vanilla, it removes dullness and purifies the body while reinvigorating the flow of healthy energy to restore the four perfect principles of the Tea Ceremony - "Wa (harmony), kei (respect), sei (purity), jaku (tranquility)."
Ingredients:
2 cups of brown sugar
1/4 cup avocado oil
1/2 c... |
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| Koni 3 Day Detox with Healthy Food |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 20th, 2009 |
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If you have always wanted to detox, but were afraid of the harsh results or didn't have time to do a 10 day cleanse, I've got the answer for you, the Koni 3 Day Detox. I did the 10 Day Koni Master Cleanse last year and it was one of the most amazing things I have done for my body. After the 10 day cleanse, I stopped eating red meat, lost 10 lbs, my skin was glowing, and I physically and mentally felt healthier. However with my hectic schedule, ru... |
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| Koni 10 Day Master Cleanse |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 19th, 2009 |
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Transform your body in 10 days! Have you ever wanted to physically and mentally rid your body of toxins and boost your energy level? Those are just a couple things that the Koni Master Cleanse has done for me.
What is the Master Cleanse?
The "Master Cleanse" was published by Stanley Burroughs in 1976. It can help you look younger, cleanse your body of internal waste, boost your energy levels, ease chronic pain, and even help you lose up t... |
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| Detox Yoga Poses |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 18th, 2009 |
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I take yoga for more than just toning, strength and flexibility. Yoga heightens my awareness of my body, which in turn helps me pay more attention to my eating habits. Yoga also helps me lose weight by making me a calmer, more mindful eater. Instead of living to eat, I eat to live. Not only do I eat and drink well, I also make sure I take a moment before each meal to breathe deeply and savor each bite.
Powered by Koni Energizer Yogi, a delicio... |
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| Day 3 Detox Bath: Koni Sleepy Time Milk Bath |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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What is better than soaking in smooth tub of milk? Adding the antioxidant powers of tea of course! In this recipe I used Koni Sleepy Time which contains chamomile to help you unwind, and rooibos to help soothe your skin. Light a few candles, put on your favorite tunes, and get ready to detox, unwind, and escape.
Ingredients:
Cheesecloth
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1 cup of Koni Sleepy Time Tea
2 cups of dry milk powder
1 cup of cornstarch
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| Day 3 Detox Dinner: Fish cooked en papillote |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This recipe accompanies Day 3 of the Koni 3 Day Detox.
Cooking en papillote a fancy French term for wrapped in parchment. It's a low-fat way to prepare moist and flavorful fish. The fish is enclosed in paper and steams in its own juices and other delicious ingredients that are added. Vegetables, spices and fish will cook together in a beautifully wrapped package. You can also use foil instead of parchment paper, but do not add anything a... |
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| Day 3 Detox Snack: Yogurt and Berry Parfait |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This recipe accompanies Day 3 of the Koni 3 Day Detox with healthy food.
Ingredients:
* 1 cups low fat yogurt
* 1 cups your favorite granola
* 1 cups fresh berries (raspberries, blueberries, strawberries
* juice of 1/2 lemon
* 1 tablespoon of flax seed meal
* 2 tablespoons honey
Directions:
Line up 2 parfait, white wine, or other tall glasses.
Spoon 1 tablespoons of yogurt into each glass and smooth surface.
Sprinkle... |
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| Day 3 Detox Lunch: Egg White Fritatta |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This recipe accompanies Day 3 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
Ingredients:
3/4 cup spinach leaves, coarsely chopped and fresh
1/2 cup mushrooms
3 tablespoons light olive oil
1/4 cup white onions, thinly sliced
4 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1 tablespoon parsley, fresh and minced
1/3 cup goat cheese cheese
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In heavy iron sk... |
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| Day 2 Detox Dinner: Veggie Kabobs |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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These veggie kebabs accompany Day 2 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
For marinade:
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup olive oil
For vegetables:
1 pound Small zucchini, cut crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick slices
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
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| Day 2 Detox Lunch: Tofu Whole Grain Wrap |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This tofu, hummus, veggie wrap accompanies Day 2 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
Ingredients:
1 whole grain tortilla wrap
2 ounces hummus
1-2 lettuce leaves
3-4 slices tofu, gently pan-fried and sliced into 1/4 inch thick rectangles
sliced tomatoes
lemon wedges
Directions:
1. Lay tortilla wrap flat and spread desired amount of hummus on half, not touching edges of wrap.
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| Day 2 Detox Snack: Citrus Spinach Salad |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This salad accompanies Day2 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
Ingredients:
2 cups spinach leaves
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 navel orange, fresh peeled and separated into sections (or 1/2 small can of mandarin oranges)
8-10 strawberries quartered
Dressing:
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons honey
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| Day 2 Detox Breakfast: Blueberry Tea Smoothie |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This blueberry tea smoothie accompanies Day2 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
Blueberries are an amazing fruit! Not only are they virtually fat free but also a great source of fiber. This superfruit is very high in antioxidants and ranked among 40 fruits, vegetables, and juices as the best detox fruit! In addition to blueberries, flax seed is also a great source of fiber.
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| Serenity Now Sea Salt Body Scrub |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 6th, 2009 |
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This recipe accompanies Day 1 and 3 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
Sea salt is helpful in the detox process because it smoothes away dead skin cells and stimulates the body to release toxins. Koni Serenity Now Roooibos Tea helps soothe the skin as it indulges the body with antioxidants.
Ingredients:
1.5 Cups of fine sea salt
5 Cups of dried Koni Serenity Now Rooibos Tea leaves
3 Cups of grapeseed oil
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| Day 1 Detox Dinner: Acorn Squash |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 6th, 2009 |
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This Turkey, Brown Rice, Roasted Acorn Squash accompanies Day 1 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food blog.
Squashes are rich in vitamin A (in a form of beta carotene important antioxidant, which helps to boost our immune system and fight inflammation which is very important during cold and flu season), and fiber which we always need to feel and look better.
Ingredients:
1 acorn squash cut crosswise in half and seeded
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| Koni Detox Soup |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 5th, 2009 |
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This energizing and cleansing spinach soup accompanies the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food. You will love it!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup of beans (lentils, kidney beans, chickpeas)
2 cup mirepoix ( 1 C diced onions, 1/2 C carrots, 1/2 C celery)
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon dill
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
2 handfuls of spinach
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| Day 1 Detox Lunch: Grilled Mahi Mahi Salad |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 5th, 2009 |
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This grilled fish salad accompanies Day 1 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food blog.
I don't eat red meat and rarely eat chicken so I had 4 ounces of grilled mahi mahi for my source of protein. A fish is considered lean when its flesh contains less than 2% of fat, making it the perfect item maximum flavour to a healthy diet!
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| Day 1 Detox Breakfast: Egg White Omelet |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 5th, 2009 |
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This egg white omelet accompanies Day 1 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food blog.
Ingredients:
3 egg whites
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup loosely packed, thinly sliced fresh spinach
1 roma tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon grated 25% reduced-fat cheese
Directions:
1. Whisk the egg whites, 1 teaspoon water, salt and pepper in a medium bowl until soft peaks form. Toss the spinach, tomato and cheese in a small bowl.... |
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| Had A Rough Night? |
| Posted by Phuong on Aug 14th, 2009 |
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One of my friends asked me if there was a tea that helps with Hangovers and I felt the need to create one for him. For the life of the party, Koni Hangover Tonic is a must have! It tastes great iced too!
Before or after a night of over-indulgence, help support your liver against those "morning after" feelings with this delicious tonic. Koni Holy Detox contains tulsi basil which acts as an adaptogen. An adaptogen is proposed to increase... |
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| Caramel Banana Slimming Smoothie |
| Posted by Phuong on Jul 21st, 2009 |
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Enjoy this caramel banana crunch smoothie that not only tastes great but also helps you lose weight. The base of this smoothie is Koni Caramel Slender Pu-erh. Pu-erh tea is known for its weight loss benefits and ability to help digest fatty foods, increase the metabolism and reduce cholesterol levels. It doesn't mean that you can eat junk, drink Pu-erh and expect to lose the weight.You have to change your lifestyle by exercising regularly, eating... |
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| Mineral Rich Clarifying Mask for Oily Skin |
| Posted by Phuong on Jul 19th, 2009 |
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I love having friends in the beauty industry because we're always sharing healthy living and beautifying tips! My girlfriends at the Maui Westin Spa and Salon helped me create an mineral rich face mask that felt amazing! The blend of Koni Elixir of Life White Tea, bentonite, cider vinegar, and jojoba oil makes the perfect all natural mask for oily skin.
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| Puffy Eyes and Dull Skin Treatment |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 7th, 2009 |
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Cucumber slices have long been touted as an excellent cure for relieving puffy eyes. With the addition of gingko and mate tea, you're also on your way to naturally beautiful skin!
Cool cucumber slices help soothe puffy eyes and ease painful inflammation.
Ginkgo, which has been popular in the East for many years, comes from the nut of the Ginkgo biloba tree, believed to be the oldest living tree species.
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| Ask TC: How To Relieve Bloating Naturally |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 1st, 2009 |
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Marie: Hi Phuong! What would you say is your best tea for bloating (not necessarily menstrual)?
TC: Hi Marie! Koni Holy Detox is a great tea that helps with bloating. The mint in this tea is a digestive aid that helps to relieve bloating and indigestion.
Marie: I'm not a huge fan of mint. Is there another tea you would suggest?
TC: Of course! Fennel can work wonders to ease both bloating and gas. Just brew a tablespoon or so of Koni... |
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| Ask TC: Smokers - Rid Yourself Of The Toxins & Nicotine! |
| Posted by Phuong on May 30th, 2009 |
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Karen: I finally decided to quit smoking and was wondering if you had a tea that can help me through the process.
TC: Congrats! We all know that nicotine is bad for you but most people don't realize that the withdrawal symptoms can last from 2-5 weeks as your body is trying to cleanse itself of the toxins and nicotine. The two main withdrawal symptoms are nausea and insomnia. Ginger is a very popular ingredient that is known to help with n... |
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| Beautiful Radiant Skin |
| Posted by Phuong on Feb 10th, 2009 |
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Drinking white tea not only promotes healthy teeth and gums, but also radiant skin. Many factors can affect the skin's appearance, such as too much sun exposure, diet and stress. These factors can damage the skin and cause it to prematurely age. Through the consumption of white tea, you can protect your skin and help reverse some of the existing damage, leaving you with a healthier complexion.
Stephen Hsu, an expert on tea-related health i... |
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| Pucker Up! |
| Posted by Phuong on Dec 21st, 2008 |
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Have you ever stared into your lover's eyes, that moment right before you kiss... only to realize that you have bad breath? Or worse: your lover realizes it before you? How embarrassing! Oh, but you have a mint, you say? That will only mask the odor and actually feed the bacteria that causes your halitosis (bad breath) and yes, worsen your odor! The sugar in those mints are feeding your stinky mouth!
Most other treatments will only tempora... |
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| Calling All Super Moms |
| Posted by Phuong on Dec 9th, 2008 |
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Did you know that YOU, working mothers, are the largest demographic dealing with chronic tiredness and fatigue? Do you find yourself pulling a "second shift" at home after a long day of work? Are you depending on high-caffeinated energy drinks, soft drinks, or coffee just "to get through your day?" A study by an independent nonprofit research group, The National Sleep Foundation, found that more than 65 percent of moms drink caffeinated beverages... |
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| Cold Therapy Soup |
| Posted by Phuong on Nov 24th, 2008 |
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Easily enhance a bowl of chicken soup and nourish your immune system with the healing powers of tea. Combine your favorite tea in a tea bag with parsley stems, a bay leaf, and peppercorns to boost the flavor of your soups. It's a simple and delicious way to incorporate all the healthy benefits of tea into your diet. This herbal tea blend of echinacea, elder flowers, and licorice root keeps your body feeling soothed and hydrated while freshly grat... |
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| Gentleman's Ultimate Scrub |
| Posted by Phuong on Nov 12th, 2008 |
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Real Men Drink Tea and take care of their bodies too! A few of you have asked me for a "manly" all-natural facial and body mask that didn't have a "girly" scent so I found the perfect ingredient that is powerful in antioxidants - Yerba Mate.
The Pasteur Institute and the Paris Scientific society in 1964 concluded that "it is difficult to find a plant in any area of the world equal to yerba mate in nutritional value" and that the yerba mate con... |
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| Geisha Secrets for Radiant Skin |
| Posted by Phuong on Jan 15th, 2012 |
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In a world where beauty is paramount, antioxidants are a geisha's source for beautiful skin. Every part of her beauty routine must be in complete harmony with her whole self. Most geisha str... |
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| Serenity Now! 10 Ways to Relieve Stress |
| Posted by Phuong on Nov 6th, 2011 |
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Everyday stress is considered normal for most people. However, up to 90 percent of the doctor visits in the United States may be caused by a stress-related illness. Studies have shown that colds, ulcers, colitis, heart problems, even obesity and cancer can be caused by stress.
Do you:
Suffer from lack of energy?
Have problems sleeping or can't get to sleep?
Experience increased irritability?
Have problems with your family and at wor... |
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| Get Rid of Stress With This One Drink |
| Posted by Phuong on Nov 1st, 2011 |
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Are you feeling anxious at work? Having bad luck with your love life? Are your kids driving you crazy? Well, you’ve got stress my friend. You’re probably starting to lose your hair, gaining weight, or breaking out like you’re 16 again. Stress is the ultimate beauty buster. When you feel tense, you’re inviting toxins to wreak havoc on your body. Your breathing gets quick and shallow, which keeps those toxins inside, instead of releasing th... |
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| 3 Day Detox With Healthy Food: Day 1 |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 12th, 2011 |
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I love to eat so it is very important to cleanse my body a few times a year to remove the toxins. Plus I really like the way it makes me feel - light, happy, and clean! I've done the 10 day master cleanse and a juice and tea cleanse, but my favorite is a cleanse that includes healthy food. If you want to do the intense 10 day cleanse, where you stop eating for 10+ days, I recommend doing this first, then the juice and tea cleanse, then build up t... |
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| 3 Day Detox With Healthy Food: Day 2 |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 12th, 2011 |
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Why detox? You give your car a tune-up every six months and an oil change every 3,000 miles. Why not do that for your body - your temple of beauty - by detoxing?
When you detox, you're healing and rejuvenating your body; you're turning back the hands of time on aging. Detoxifying our bodies helps to eliminate toxic waste accumulations, mucus, parasites and worms (that steal what little nutrition we get or have in our bodies), excess fat, f... |
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| 3 Day Detox With Healthy Food: Day 3 |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 11th, 2011 |
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Yay! Today is the last day of my 3 day cleanse. I feel so much lighter and healthier and I can even see my stomach getting flatter. Today I made sure I drank a lot of Koni Herbal Teas, such as Kapha, Holy Detox, and Throat Revival.
It hasn't been so bad with this 3 day cleanse because I'm still eating healthy food and working out. Most people eat way too much which is really hard on the liver and kidneys. This healthy 3 day detox still allows ... |
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| Replenish Protein Smoothie |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 4th, 2011 |
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To rev-up on energy, maintain muscle strength and repair body cells, it is very important to refill your gas tank immediately after exercise. When you sweat, you lose water, and potassium and magnesium electrolyte ions which help cells retain fluid. That's why I always hydrate with Koni Replenish Rooibos Tea during my workout. This delicious lemon strawberry caffeine free tea is packed with vitamins and minerals, such as zinc, copper, calcium, ma... |
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| Benefits of Koni Oolong Tea |
| Posted by Phuong on Aug 15th, 2011 |
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Known for its weight loss benefits, premium oolong tea has gained so much popularity in the past few years. On top of the ability to break down fat, there are so many reasons to consider this tea as something you drink on a regular basis. Here are some proven oolong tea health benefits you can expect when you drink Koni Oolong Teas regularly.
Anti-aging and Cancer Risk: Premium oolong tea can keep your skin looking radiant and slow down aging ... |
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| Benefits of Koni Herbal Teas and Tisanes |
| Posted by Phuong on Aug 15th, 2011 |
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Almost any herb can be used to create a delicious tea. The main benefit of herbal teas is it is caffeine free so it can be enjoyed all day. Coming from an Asian heritage, herbal teas have been used in my family for so many medicinal qualities. Here are a few common uses for some of my favorite herbal teas:
Chamomile: Famous for its relaxing qualities, chamomile has been touted for being the natural sleep aid. Have a cup of Koni Sleepy Time Tea... |
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| Benefits of Koni Puerh Tea |
| Posted by Phuong on Aug 9th, 2011 |
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Many published studies have been done showing the enormous health benefits of this wonderful tea. Known as the Medicinal Tea and the Wonder Tonic, loose leaf pu-erh tea has been hugely popular for its positive effects on lowering cholesterol, burning fat, and aid in digestion. By helping digestion (particularly of fatty foods), Pu-erh is the perfect tea after a heavy meal. Since it is made from the same leaf as all true tea (green, black, white, ... |
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| Antioxidants on Ice! |
| Posted by Phuong on Jul 30th, 2011 |
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Iced tea is a delicious way to quench your thirst and get your daily dose of antioxidants! Not only is it inexpensive to make, but with all the different flavored teas available the combinations are endless! When using loose leaf Koni Tea, you can blend different teas together and drink it hot or cold. I love it iced on a hot summer day with fresh fruit and honey. Here are some of my favorite teas on ice!
Click here to learn how to easily make... |
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| Energizing Green Tea Smoothie |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 26th, 2011 |
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You're going to love this antioxidant packed fruit and vegetable smoothie, even if you're not a vegetable lover! The strawberries and pineapple juice are so sweet and flavorful that you won't even taste the greens. The infusion of Koni Endurance green tea helps to build your immune system with its antioxidants, lowers cholesterol and blood pressure, reduces the risk of getting cancer, and helps to burn fat. In addition, the nutrients and vita... |
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| Lower Your Cholesterol with Koni Puerh Tea |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 15th, 2011 |
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Lower Your Cholesterol and Blood Pressure with Koni Caramel Slender, Caramel Slim, and Kick the Coffee Pu-erh Teas!
Koni Kick the Coffee, a Pu-erh tea, is widely used as an after-meal beverage due to its famed ability to break fat, lower bad cholesterol and blood pressure levels, and thus contribute to smooth digestion. The Chinese believe that Pu-erh has even greater health properties than other teas. From a Chinese Medical point of view, Pu... |
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| Stay Young and Stay Slim Smoothie! |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 5th, 2011 |
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It's never too soon to prevent oxidative stress and fight as many free radicals as you can. This anti-aging smoothie is loaded with long-term-health boosters. Tropical fruit and Simply Slim tea are potent sources of antioxidants, slimming power, and flaxseed is full of inflammation-fighting omega-3s. It also contains yogurt, a source of bone-strengthening calcium and immune-supporting probiotics. This not only tastes great, but the vitamins, pr... |
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| Why You're Not Losing Those Last 5 lbs |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 3rd, 2011 |
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Fad diets or diet pills sound tempting but they do not lead to real weight loss. At best, they lead to rapid water loss (not fat). At worst, they lead to increased weight gain, a slow metabolism, depression and obesity. Diet products use aspartame so that they can claim that these are good to help you lose weight. The exact opposite is true. When you are eating or drinking diet products using aspartame you are almost assured to gain weight. T... |
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| Ask TC: Burn Extra Calories Without The Extra Work |
| Posted by Phuong on May 10th, 2011 |
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Amy: I don't feel like I'm losing weight after my workout.
TC: What do you hydrate with after your workout?
Amy: Usually a sports drink.
TC: Well, that is the problem. A 16 oz sports drink has roughly 100 calories. It takes an average person at least 30 minutes on the treadmill to burn that off.
Amy: Wow. What do you recommend instead?
TC: Koni Slim it Sencha has 0 calories and studies show that a cup of tea can burn 17% more fat... |
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| TC's Pre and Post Party Liver Cleansing Tonic |
| Posted by Phuong on May 8th, 2011 |
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Before or after a night of over-indulgence, help support your liver against those "morning after" feelings with this delicious tonic. Koni Holy Detox contains tulsi basil which acts as an adaptogen. An adaptogen is proposed to increase the body's resistance to stress, trauma, anxiety and fatigue. This herb is known to help the body detox and destress. The main liver cleansing ingredient in Koni Hangover Tonic is licorice root. Licorice root aids ... |
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| Antioxidant Junkie Berry Smoothie |
| Posted by Phuong on May 7th, 2011 |
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Yummy Koni Antioxidant Junkie Green Tea tropical fruit smoothie to start my day!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup frozen berries
1/2 cup mixed tropical fruit (mango, strawberries, papaya, pineapple)
2 cups Koni Antioxidant Junkie Green Tea chilled
2 cups almond milk
1 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoons ground flaxseed
1/2 teaspoon finely grated peeled ginger
Directions:
1. In a blender, combine and blend until smooth, 20 - 30 se... |
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| 3 Day Detox: Day 3 |
| Posted by Phuong on Jan 3rd, 2011 |
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This is a gentle detox. You will want to pick up an Koni Detox set to begin this cleanse. If you can, reduce your intake of sugar and artificial sweeteners, white flour, dairy, alcohol, salt and caffeine while increasing your intake of fruits and veggies a week before this cleanse. If you want to do a more intensive detox, please check out my 10 day cleanse without food.
Upon waking: 1-2 cups of Koni Throat Revival with a squeeze of lemon and ... |
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| 3 Day Detox: Day 2 |
| Posted by Phuong on Dec 31st, 2010 |
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Day 2: This is a gentle detox. You will want to pick up an KONI Detox set to begin this cleanse. If you can, reduce your intake of sugar and artificial sweeteners, white flour, dairy, alcohol, salt and caffeine while increasing your intake of fruits and veggies a week before this cleanse. If you want to do a more intensive detox, please check out my 10 day cleanse without food.
Upon waking: 1-2 cups of Koni Holy Detox with a squeeze of lemon. ... |
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| 3 Day Detox: Day 1 |
| Posted by Phuong on Dec 29th, 2010 |
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This is a gentle detox. You will want to pick up an Koni Detox Set to begin this cleanse. If you can, reduce your intake of sugar and artificial sweeteners, white flour, dairy, alcohol, salt and caffeine while increasing your intake of fruits and veggies a week before this cleanse. If you want to do a more intensive detox, please check out my 10 day cleanse without food.
Upon waking: 1-2 cups of Koni Holy Detox with a squeeze of lemon. Holy de... |
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| Ask TC: Have a Headache? Try Tea! |
| Posted by Phuong on Apr 27th, 2010 |
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Alisa: Hi TC!
I heard of your Koni teas and was wondering if you have a tea made to help heal migraines or headaches? I can handle a little caffeine per day.
Thanks so much!
TC: Hi Alisa!
Caffeine can cause a "rebound" effect - you take it to get rid of the headache, which goes away but then comes back worse than ever. If possible, try to eliminate all sources of caffeine from your diet. Although you may experience withdrawal sympto... |
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| Are You Dangerously Over Caffeinated? |
| Posted by Phuong on Jan 15th, 2010 |
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Are you relying on energy drinks, soda, and coffee just to get you through the day?
Is a single cup of coffee no longer enough? Caffeine can be beneficial in small steady amounts. Caffeine can improve memory, decrease fatigue, improve your mental functioning. However, we live in an over-caffeinated nation and people are setting themselves for health problem. Coffee's high caffeine content--typically twice as much as black tea and seve... |
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| Koni 3 Day Juice and Tea Detox Journal |
| Posted by Phuong on Nov 22nd, 2009 |
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Morning Ritual - For total body confidence, a detox program combining body brushing, exfoliation, detox body boosters and cleansing bathing rituals helps smooth away dead skin cells and stimulates the body to eliminate toxins. I used the Koni Serenity Now sea salt body exfoliator and incorporated a hot and cold shower into my morning ritual. Take a normal shower then crank the heat to as hot as you can take it for a few seconds, then as cold ... |
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| Koni Jasmine Vanilla Body Scrub |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 25th, 2009 |
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This gently exfoliating Jasmine-Vanilla scrub revitalizes your entire body. Rich in natural green tea antioxidants plus delicious brown sugar and vanilla, it removes dullness and purifies the body while reinvigorating the flow of healthy energy to restore the four perfect principles of the Tea Ceremony - "Wa (harmony), kei (respect), sei (purity), jaku (tranquility)."
Ingredients:
2 cups of brown sugar
1/4 cup avocado oil
1/2 c... |
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| Koni 3 Day Detox with Healthy Food |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 20th, 2009 |
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If you have always wanted to detox, but were afraid of the harsh results or didn't have time to do a 10 day cleanse, I've got the answer for you, the Koni 3 Day Detox. I did the 10 Day Koni Master Cleanse last year and it was one of the most amazing things I have done for my body. After the 10 day cleanse, I stopped eating red meat, lost 10 lbs, my skin was glowing, and I physically and mentally felt healthier. However with my hectic schedule, ru... |
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| Koni 10 Day Master Cleanse |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 19th, 2009 |
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Transform your body in 10 days! Have you ever wanted to physically and mentally rid your body of toxins and boost your energy level? Those are just a couple things that the Koni Master Cleanse has done for me.
What is the Master Cleanse?
The "Master Cleanse" was published by Stanley Burroughs in 1976. It can help you look younger, cleanse your body of internal waste, boost your energy levels, ease chronic pain, and even help you lose up t... |
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| Detox Yoga Poses |
| Posted by Phuong on Oct 18th, 2009 |
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I take yoga for more than just toning, strength and flexibility. Yoga heightens my awareness of my body, which in turn helps me pay more attention to my eating habits. Yoga also helps me lose weight by making me a calmer, more mindful eater. Instead of living to eat, I eat to live. Not only do I eat and drink well, I also make sure I take a moment before each meal to breathe deeply and savor each bite.
Powered by Koni Energizer Yogi, a delicio... |
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| Day 3 Detox Bath: Koni Sleepy Time Milk Bath |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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What is better than soaking in smooth tub of milk? Adding the antioxidant powers of tea of course! In this recipe I used Koni Sleepy Time which contains chamomile to help you unwind, and rooibos to help soothe your skin. Light a few candles, put on your favorite tunes, and get ready to detox, unwind, and escape.
Ingredients:
Cheesecloth
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1 cup of Koni Sleepy Time Tea
2 cups of dry milk powder
1 cup of cornstarch
4-6 dro... |
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| Day 3 Detox Dinner: Fish cooked en papillote |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This recipe accompanies Day 3 of the Koni 3 Day Detox.
Cooking en papillote a fancy French term for wrapped in parchment. It's a low-fat way to prepare moist and flavorful fish. The fish is enclosed in paper and steams in its own juices and other delicious ingredients that are added. Vegetables, spices and fish will cook together in a beautifully wrapped package. You can also use foil instead of parchment paper, but do not add anything a... |
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| Day 3 Detox Snack: Yogurt and Berry Parfait |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This recipe accompanies Day 3 of the Koni 3 Day Detox with healthy food.
Ingredients:
* 1 cups low fat yogurt
* 1 cups your favorite granola
* 1 cups fresh berries (raspberries, blueberries, strawberries
* juice of 1/2 lemon
* 1 tablespoon of flax seed meal
* 2 tablespoons honey
Directions:
Line up 2 parfait, white wine, or other tall glasses.
Spoon 1 tablespoons of yogurt into each glass and smooth surface.
Sprinkle... |
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| Day 3 Detox Lunch: Egg White Fritatta |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This recipe accompanies Day 3 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
Ingredients:
3/4 cup spinach leaves, coarsely chopped and fresh
1/2 cup mushrooms
3 tablespoons light olive oil
1/4 cup white onions, thinly sliced
4 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1 tablespoon parsley, fresh and minced
1/3 cup goat cheese cheese
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In heavy iron sk... |
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| Day 2 Detox Dinner: Veggie Kabobs |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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These veggie kebabs accompany Day 2 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
For marinade:
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup olive oil
For vegetables:
1 pound Small zucchini, cut crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick slices
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
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| Day 2 Detox Lunch: Tofu Whole Grain Wrap |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This tofu, hummus, veggie wrap accompanies Day 2 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
Ingredients:
1 whole grain tortilla wrap
2 ounces hummus
1-2 lettuce leaves
3-4 slices tofu, gently pan-fried and sliced into 1/4 inch thick rectangles
sliced tomatoes
lemon wedges
Directions:
1. Lay tortilla wrap flat and spread desired amount of hummus on half, not touching edges of wrap.
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| Day 2 Detox Snack: Citrus Spinach Salad |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This salad accompanies Day2 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
Ingredients:
2 cups spinach leaves
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 navel orange, fresh peeled and separated into sections (or 1/2 small can of mandarin oranges)
8-10 strawberries quartered
Dressing:
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons honey
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| Day 2 Detox Breakfast: Blueberry Tea Smoothie |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 10th, 2009 |
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This blueberry tea smoothie accompanies Day2 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
Blueberries are an amazing fruit! Not only are they virtually fat free but also a great source of fiber. This superfruit is very high in antioxidants and ranked among 40 fruits, vegetables, and juices as the best detox fruit! In addition to blueberries, flax seed is also a great source of fiber.
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| Serenity Now Sea Salt Body Scrub |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 6th, 2009 |
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This recipe accompanies Day 1 and 3 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food.
Sea salt is helpful in the detox process because it smoothes away dead skin cells and stimulates the body to release toxins. Koni Serenity Now Roooibos Tea helps soothe the skin as it indulges the body with antioxidants.
Ingredients:
1.5 Cups of fine sea salt
5 Cups of dried Koni Serenity Now Rooibos Tea leaves
3 Cups of grapeseed oil
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| Day 1 Detox Dinner: Acorn Squash |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 6th, 2009 |
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This Turkey, Brown Rice, Roasted Acorn Squash accompanies Day 1 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food blog.
Squashes are rich in vitamin A (in a form of beta carotene important antioxidant, which helps to boost our immune system and fight inflammation which is very important during cold and flu season), and fiber which we always need to feel and look better.
Ingredients:
1 acorn squash cut crosswise in half and seeded
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| Koni Detox Soup |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 5th, 2009 |
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This energizing and cleansing spinach soup accompanies the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food. You will love it!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup of beans (lentils, kidney beans, chickpeas)
2 cup mirepoix ( 1 C diced onions, 1/2 C carrots, 1/2 C celery)
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon dill
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
2 handfuls of spinach
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| Day 1 Detox Lunch: Grilled Mahi Mahi Salad |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 5th, 2009 |
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This grilled fish salad accompanies Day 1 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food blog.
I don't eat red meat and rarely eat chicken so I had 4 ounces of grilled mahi mahi for my source of protein. A fish is considered lean when its flesh contains less than 2% of fat, making it the perfect item maximum flavour to a healthy diet!
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| Day 1 Detox Breakfast: Egg White Omelet |
| Posted by Phuong on Sep 5th, 2009 |
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This egg white omelet accompanies Day 1 of the Koni 3 day detox with healthy food blog.
Ingredients:
3 egg whites
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup loosely packed, thinly sliced fresh spinach
1 roma tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon grated 25% reduced-fat cheese
Directions:
1. Whisk the egg whites, 1 teaspoon water, salt and pepper in a medium bowl until soft peaks form. Toss the spinach, tomato and cheese in a small bowl.... |
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| Had A Rough Night? |
| Posted by Phuong on Aug 14th, 2009 |
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One of my friends asked me if there was a tea that helps with Hangovers and I felt the need to create one for him. For the life of the party, Koni Hangover Tonic is a must have! It tastes great iced too!
Before or after a night of over-indulgence, help support your liver against those "morning after" feelings with this delicious tonic. Koni Holy Detox contains tulsi basil which acts as an adaptogen. An adaptogen is proposed to increase... |
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| Caramel Banana Slimming Smoothie |
| Posted by Phuong on Jul 21st, 2009 |
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Enjoy this caramel banana crunch smoothie that not only tastes great but also helps you lose weight. The base of this smoothie is Koni Caramel Slender Pu-erh. Pu-erh tea is known for its weight loss benefits and ability to help digest fatty foods, increase the metabolism and reduce cholesterol levels. It doesn't mean that you can eat junk, drink Pu-erh and expect to lose the weight.You have to change your lifestyle by exercising regularly, eating... |
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| Mineral Rich Clarifying Mask for Oily Skin |
| Posted by Phuong on Jul 19th, 2009 |
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I love having friends in the beauty industry because we're always sharing healthy living and beautifying tips! My girlfriends at the Maui Westin Spa and Salon helped me create an mineral rich face mask that felt amazing! The blend of Koni Elixir of Life White Tea, bentonite, cider vinegar, and jojoba oil makes the perfect all natural mask for oily skin.
Bentonite: is a mineral-rich clay that is used to absorb excess oil, dirt, and toxin... |
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| Puffy Eyes and Dull Skin Treatment |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 7th, 2009 |
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Cucumber slices have long been touted as an excellent cure for relieving puffy eyes. With the addition of gingko and mate tea, you're also on your way to naturally beautiful skin!
Cool cucumber slices help soothe puffy eyes and ease painful inflammation.
Ginkgo, which has been popular in the East for many years, comes from the nut of the Ginkgo biloba tree, believed to be the oldest living tree species.
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| Ask TC: How To Relieve Bloating Naturally |
| Posted by Phuong on Jun 1st, 2009 |
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Marie: Hi Phuong! What would you say is your best tea for bloating (not necessarily menstrual)?
TC: Hi Marie! Koni Holy Detox is a great tea that helps with bloating. The mint in this tea is a digestive aid that helps to relieve bloating and indigestion.
Marie: I'm not a huge fan of mint. Is there another tea you would suggest?
TC: Of course! Fennel can work wonders to ease both bloating and gas. Just brew a tablespoon or so of Koni... |
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| Ask TC: Smokers - Rid Yourself Of The Toxins & Nicotine! |
| Posted by Phuong on May 30th, 2009 |
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Karen: I finally decided to quit smoking and was wondering if you had a tea that can help me through the process.
TC: Congrats! We all know that nicotine is bad for you but most people don't realize that the withdrawal symptoms can last from 2-5 weeks as your body is trying to cleanse itself of the toxins and nicotine. The two main withdrawal symptoms are nausea and insomnia. Ginger is a very popular ingredient that is known to help with n... |
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| Beautiful Radiant Skin |
| Posted by Phuong on Feb 10th, 2009 |
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Drinking white tea not only promotes healthy teeth and gums, but also radiant skin. Many factors can affect the skin's appearance, such as too much sun exposure, diet and stress. These factors can damage the skin and cause it to prematurely age. Through the consumption of white tea, you can protect your skin and help reverse some of the existing damage, leaving you with a healthier complexion.
Stephen Hsu, an expert on tea-related health i... |
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| Pucker Up! |
| Posted by Phuong on Dec 21st, 2008 |
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Have you ever stared into your lover's eyes, that moment right before you kiss... only to realize that you have bad breath? Or worse: your lover realizes it before you? How embarrassing! Oh, but you have a mint, you say? That will only mask the odor and actually feed the bacteria that causes your halitosis (bad breath) and yes, worsen your odor! The sugar in those mints are feeding your stinky mouth!
Most other treatments will only tempora... |
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| Calling All Super Moms |
| Posted by Phuong on Dec 9th, 2008 |
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Did you know that YOU, working mothers, are the largest demographic dealing with chronic tiredness and fatigue? Do you find yourself pulling a "second shift" at home after a long day of work? Are you depending on high-caffeinated energy drinks, soft drinks, or coffee just "to get through your day?" A study by an independent nonprofit research group, The National Sleep Foundation, found that more than 65 percent of moms drink caffeinated beverages... |
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| Cold Therapy Soup |
| Posted by Phuong on Nov 24th, 2008 |
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Easily enhance a bowl of chicken soup and nourish your immune system with the healing powers of tea. Combine your favorite tea in a tea bag with parsley stems, a bay leaf, and peppercorns to boost the flavor of your soups. It's a simple and delicious way to incorporate all the healthy benefits of tea into your diet. This herbal tea blend of echinacea, elder flowers, and licorice root keeps your body feeling soothed and hydrated while freshly grat... |
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| Gentleman's Ultimate Scrub |
| Posted by Phuong on Nov 12th, 2008 |
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Real Men Drink Tea and take care of their bodies too! A few of you have asked me for a "manly" all-natural facial and body mask that didn't have a "girly" scent so I found the perfect ingredient that is powerful in antioxidants - Yerba Mate.
The Pasteur Institute and the Paris Scientific society in 1964 concluded that "it is difficult to find a plant in any area of the world equal to yerba mate in nutritional value" and that the yerba mate con... |
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